richardwolf9
V90 Stiff Steering and Vibration
Summary of the thread
A 2016 Volvo V90 with 234,775 km is experiencing stiff steering and occasional vibrations, suggesting a potential power steering issue. The problem is suspected to be related to the steering angle sensor, possibly due to faulty coding. A similar issue was resolved by replacing the defective sensor and performing a wheel alignment, which successfully addressed the steering difficulties.
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richardwolf9 (community.author)
Thanks for the quick reply! Yes, it seems to be worse when I'm parking or making tight turns at low speed. At higher speeds, it's less noticeable but the vibration is still there sometimes. Was it definitely the steering angle sensor for you?
dennishunter1
Yep, that sounds exactly like what I went through. In my case, it was indeed the steering angle sensor. Faulty coding was the diagnosis. I'd recommend getting it checked at a workshop; they'll be able to confirm it and sort it out. It's not something I'd recommend tackling yourself unless you really know what you're doing.
richardwolf9 (community.author)
Thanks a lot for the advice! I'll book it in for a diagnostic check. Turns out the sensor was defective. After sensor replacement and wheel alignment, the issue is now resolved. The repair cost was 195€. Appreciate the help!
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dennishunter1
I had a similar issue with my V90. The symptoms sound very familiar. Did you notice if it was more frequent at certain speeds or during specific maneuvers?